Rita Wilson unveils Hollywood classics that sparked her love for cinema

Rita Wilson on Timeless Films

Rita Wilson, 68, reflects on the classic films that sparked her love for cinema.

At the Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles, Wilson shared with People magazine:

I grew up in Hollywood, so I’ve been surrounded by the movies — went to the movies on, you know, Hollywood Boulevard at the Chinese Theatre.

She cited The Wizard of Oz, Sound of Music, and Mary Poppins as inspirations, noting a

big Julie Andrews moment
.

Wilson also mentioned performances by Barbara Stanwyck in The Lady Eve and Jane Fonda in Coming Home and Klute as influential.

As a producer, Wilson remains passionate about films that bring generations together and celebrate women’s stories.

Author summary: Rita Wilson shares her favorite classic films.

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